Go ahead, take your family on a spring break trip filled with fresh air and fun. Pack your outdoor gear and find adventure hiking our mountains, biking our trails and paddling our rivers. Take a moment to relax on a barrier-island beach and climb lighthouses for gorgeous views. Grab a beer and dine on an amazing rooftop. Or explore all our terrain over the long Memorial Day Weekend. No matter the type of trip you're planning, it's going to be beautiful.
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Savor a dazzling spring in Chapel Hill
Warmer temps and longer days invite you to experience Orange County’s beautiful gardens, hiking trails, outdoor music and dining, cool downtowns and springtime festivals.
North Carolina shakes off winter with wildflower-lined trails, breezy coastal getaways and festivals that bring local flavors and culture to life in the perfect springtime glow.
With spring’s arrival comes pleasant weather, the return of beautiful colors and every opportunity to head outside. Experience springtime in North Carolina and you’ll be reminded why the season is so invigorating.
Mother Nature puts on quite a show during spring in NC. The mountains offer a wildflower bonanza from late April all the way to October, and the coast’s spring display has earned it the nickname “The Azalea Coast,” with the season kicking off at Wilmington’s famed Azalea Festival in April. And in the central region, attractions serve up perfect photo-ops that are so fun and colorful, you won’t even need a filter.
North Carolina’s beautiful bookends — the mountains to the west and beaches to the east — make for great spring break destinations for those who love playing outdoors. If an urban getaway sounds more up your alley, cities in the central part of our state have lots to discover with museums, amusement parks and dining hot spots.
Spring transforms the Blue Ridge Parkway into a vibrant canvas, with many mountain trails and overlooks bursting with rhododendrons, trilliums and mountain laurels.
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Patio Season, Elevated
North Carolina’s spring air pairs perfectly with rooftop cocktails and patio dining, whether you’re savoring fresh seafood by the coast or enjoying skyline views in the city.
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Worth the Climb
North Carolina’s coast offers a rare adventure — climbing to the top of four of our historic lighthouses for sweeping, 360-degree salt-air views. Beat the crowds by booking a spring coastal trip and get ready for the best panoramas on the coast.
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Spring events
In spring, North Carolina bursts into color with music festivals, garden tours and thrilling events celebrating the season’s renewal.
